Eritrean-American Business Expo 2026
Building Prosperity. Connecting Eritrean-American Enterprise.
The Eritrean American Business Expo will be held in Washington, DC on March 15, 2026, bringing together Eritrean American businesses, entrepreneurs, and innovators from across the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan. This dynamic event celebrates excellence, creativity, and resilience while showcasing the growing impact of Eritrean Americans in business and innovation. Join us to connect, collaborate, and be inspired by leaders who are building opportunities, strengthening our community, and shaping the future for the next generation.
MARCH 15, 2026
WASHINGTON, DC
Agenda
MARCH 15
12:00
Registration & Welcome Networking
1:00
Opening Ceremony & Introduction
1:30
Guest Speaker: Yoseif Aradom
2:00
Guest Speaker: Khaled Khiyar
2:30
Expo Exploration
5:00
Closing Session & Certificate Distribution
6:00
Evening Entertainment
Speakers
Yoseif Aradom
Entrepreneur
Yoseif Aradom is an Eritrean-American entrepreneur and founder of Minya’s Pizza and the speakeasy-style Segreto DC in Washington, DC, as well as U Street Cleaning Service, Natna Staffing Solutions, and Yoma Enterprise Consulting. After immigrating from Eritrea and working jobs such as a parking attendant, janitor, and delivery driver, he built multiple successful businesses while bringing Eritrean culinary influences to the city’s food scene.
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Khaled Khiyar
Entrepreneur
Khaled Khiyar was born in Asmara, Eritrea, in East Africa. At age six, his family moved to Khartoum, Sudan, where they lived for four years before immigrating to the United States and settling in Arlington, Virginia. A proud member of the Eritrean community, Khaled built a career in the hospitality industry driven by a passion for helping others and creating welcoming experiences.
In 2018, Khaled and his wife moved to Western North Carolina to pursue their dream of raising a family surrounded by natural beauty. Soon after settling in Pisgah Forest, they restored a historic 1950s motor court and launched Foggy Bottom Cabins. Since then, they have grown both their family and their connection to the local community.
Khaled is a proud husband, father, business owner, and community member. Through Foggy Bottom Cabins, he supports local initiatives and organizations including Habitat for Humanity and Rotary International. The cabins were recently recognized with a Booking.com Traveler Review Award, reflecting his commitment to hospitality and community.